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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COURSES IN STEINER EDUCATION

Introductory Information

The University of Canberra is offering two short Professional Learning courses in Steiner Education that are aligned with the new AITSL Professional Learning Standards for Teachers. Together the two courses offer an overview of the main features of Steiner educational philosophy and of the aesthetic and scientific approach that underpins the curriculum.

Designed to benefit both state accredited teachers who are new to Steiner philosophy and experienced Steiner teachers the two short courses offer an opportunity to re-enliven and deepen an understanding of both contemporary and Steiner perspectives on the curriculum, theory of knowledge and human socio-emotional and cognitive development. Teachers undertaking this pathway will have the opportunity to become acquainted with the course content so as to use its structure as a basis for mentoring new teachers.

The course provides an overview of Steiner education which means that it is likely to assist administrators, school board members and others involved in educational leadership in Steiner schools to better understand the unique educational ethos of the communities in which they work. As adult learning models emphasize the importance of group learning and of learning through teaching, the short courses provide a forum for sharing of expertise and an opportunity for discussion and ongoing networking.

The courses can also be used as building blocks towards a Masters Degree in Education or Educational Leadership for those who are interested in further study. Participants who wish to follow this pathway will be able to apply for RPL (recognition of prior learning) of either or both of the short courses. Each will have the equivalent value of one unit of postgraduate study worth 3 credit points respectively.

Two short Professional Learning Courses in Steiner Education:

Steiner Educational Foundations

This short course provides an introduction to the philosophy that underpins the education. The survey includes a dialogue between a “soul-spiritual” educational perspective and recent research findings in physiology and developments in educational psychology in relation to the phases of human development identified in Steiner pedagogy.

Steiner Curriculum Contexts

By encompassing an overview of the main lesson curriculum as practiced in Steiner schools, this short course considers both the original early 20th Century context and contemporary perspectives. The philosophical and Goethean underpinnings of the science and humanity streams in Steiner education are explored as a pathway towards experiential learning that provides a firm foundation for values and moral education.

COURSE DELIVERY

The Professional Learning short courses in Steiner Education are each delivered in five day intensives (during the Easter and Spring vacation respectively) with online learning back up. The e-learning Moodle site provides access to the University of Canberra’s electronic library resources as well as a selection of e-reserve readings which includes articles and chapters chosen specifically for the Steiner units. Other electronic resources include study notes, vod/podcasts, and a discussion forum. The home study plan is supported by the structure of the unit: there are five modules that are presented one per day during each of the holiday intensives. An online tutorial task is assigned to each module.

DATES OF INTENSIVES

EASTER INTENSIVE:

Wednesday 11^th April to Sunday 15^th April 2012

SPRING INTENSIVE:

Tuesday 2^nd October to Saturday 6^th October 2012

ENROLMENT DETAILS

The course is open to teachers and administrators who have a three year undergraduate degree or equivalent. Enrol by contacting Daniela Peressini and notifying her of your intention to participate in the course:

E: Daniela.Peressini@canberra.edu.au

T: +61 2 6201 2400

F: +61 2 6201 2263

The enrolment procedure includes two steps: firstly a provisional enrolment and secondly a full registration that includes the upfront payment of fees when the minimum number of participants in the course is reached.

ARTICULATION INTO POSTGRADUATE and MASTERS COURSES

It is possible to articulate the Professional Learning in Steiner Education short courses into a Graduate Certificate and/or a Masters course. Each of the short courses will be equivalent to a unit of postgraduate study (worth three credit points respectively). An application for RPL (recognition of prior learning) will need to be submitted and will involve the completion of a major assignment per short course. There is a wide range of units available in the Masters courses. For further information see the University of Canberra web pages:

http://www.canberra.edu.au/faculties/education/teacher-ed/postgraduate-courses/online-or-blended-courses

WORKLOAD

The amount of time spent on the home study plan depends on prior knowledge, skills and learning style. For those wishing to use the short courses as articulation into a postgraduate or Masters Course, the tutorial tasks and online discussions are designed as preparation for the major assessment item which they will need to complete as part of their application for RPL. As a guide the notional total for a 3 credit point unit over a 14 week semester is assumed to be 150 hours or an average of 10 hours per week. However as this calculation includes weekly time spent in class, the class hours accumulated during the intensive can be deducted reducing the total to about 7 or 8 hours a week.

LECTURER & CONTACT DETAILS:

Bronwen Haralambous

Adjunct Professional Associate

Steiner Education, Education Institute, University of Canberra

Mobile: 0408023382;

Email: Bronwen.Haralambous@canberra.edu.au

Sydney Rudolf Steiner College

SydneyRudolf Steiner Collegeis an Adult Education Centre, based in Sydney Australia. We offer accredited full and part-time courses based on the work of Rudolf Steiner.

Advanced Diploma of Rudolf Steiner Education (Accredited)

(Course Code 69801TAS)

Our Advanced Diploma of Rudolf Steiner Education is a unique and creative pathway to becoming a Steiner teacher. Graduates who have gained entry to a University level Bachelor of Education course have received up to two years advanced standing for this course (VET Fee Help available, AUSTUDY Approved).

The first semester is delivered at the Sussex Street campus, in the Central Business District of Sydney and comprises the personal development aspect of the training. The second semester focuses on the philosophy and practice of Rudolf Steiner Education and is delivered at the long established Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School, Middle Cove, by dedicated and professional teachers.

SydneyRudolf Steiner Collegeworks in conjunction with the Steiner Training Seminar at Glenaeon in Middle Cove, Sydney and with the Melbourne Rudolf Steiner Teacher Training Seminar.

Certificate in Foundation Studies of Rudolf Steiner Education (Non Accredited

(Distance Education)

This Part Time Distance Education Course is primarily designed to provide State-trained teachers with the philosophical understandings necessary to support teaching in a Steiner school. It provides an understanding of the basis of the Steiner educational curriculum together with a rich program of inner development based on artistic practice and observations of life.

We also offer the following courses:

Foundation Course in Rudolf Steiner Early Childhood P/T.
Certificate in Rudolf Steiner Early Childhood Education P/T.
Organic and Biodynamic Gardening Courses.
Health and Nutrition.
Part time Steiner Education and Artistic Courses.

SydneyRudolf Steiner College
307 Sussex StSydneyNSW 2000
Phone +61 2 9261 4001
Fax +61 2 9267 2213
Email: admin@sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.com
Web: www.sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.com

Short Courses

Sydney Rudolf Steiner College offers a variety of short courses on topics including:

Introduction to Anthroposophy
Life Phases
Introduction to Steiner Education
Speech and Drama
Parzival
Creative Writing
Music
Inner Development
Handcraft
Eurythmy
Health and Nutrition
Sculpture

For more information download the short courses flyer or visit sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.info

A Comprehensive Steiner Teacher Training During School Holiday Blocks

January 9th to 13th 2012

Classes 1-7, run as separate courses in the same week.
Enquiries may be sent to the Course Co-ordinator
curriculum.intensives@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School
5aGlenroy Avenue, Middle Cove NSW 2068
Ph: 02 9417 3192 Fax: 02 9417 5346

Guest Lecturers 2012
Bernadette White, Robert Martin, Torin Finser and Peter Glasby.

curriculum.intensives@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

Melbourne Rudolf Steiner Seminar

The Melbourne Rudolf Steiner Seminar offers a unique human education in art, science and philosophy. Our courses are based on Rudolf Steiner's spiritual-scientific view of the human being as an enlightened thinker in an intelligent universe.

The seminar is a Registered Training Centre founded in 1968 and the courses offered are for students interested in Anthroposophy, artistic development, individual self-development and teacher training in Rudolf Steiner education.

We are a nationally recognised training centre and the full-time courses are government accredited with the V.Q.A. (Victorian Qualifications Authority). Eligible students may apply for Austudy (local students only).

Diploma of Anthroposophical Studies

Advanced Diploma of Rudolf Steiner Education Three Year Part-time Course in Rudolf Steiner Education (Certificate Course only).

For Early Childhood, Primary Class Teaching, High School and Interested Parents Part-time study is also available in BioDynamic farming and gardening, teacher education including early childhood and high school, personal development and adult artistic activities.

For more information visit the MRSS site at www.mrss.com.au or phone Phone: 61 3 9876 5199.

EduCareDo

Self awakening Study Courses by email or mail. Year one consists of 26 Lessons in colour. Can start any time. New approach of simple language Lessons, with many experiments, exercises, artistic and meditative work and practical applications in personal and professional life.

The first year Course will directly benefit teachers, curative and early childhood teachers, co-workers and people seeking other professional paths. Existing and new Steiner school parents, co-workers of anthroposophical organisations, existing and new members of the Antroposophical Society.

Discounts for teachers, parents and groups. See details on our website or contact for brochure.

Erwin Berney
Phone: 02 9417 7034
Fax: 02 9417 7034
Email: educaredo@bigpond.com
Website: www.educaredo.com

2011 Halftime Webinars

For a nominal fee you will hear invaluable advice, fresh insights, and view examples of student work that will re-inspire you as you cross the halfway mark in the school year. Each 2.5-hour presentation may be accessed time and again for a whole month.

Please visit http://essentialwaldorf.com for more information, or go straight to our registration forms:

Individual registration: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=o9rdmkeab&oeidk=a07e3q7e21r1e3bef6b

School registration: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=o9rdmkeab&oeidk=a07e3qbokd8c99c87f5

Rudolf Steiner College Perth

Rudolf Steiner College Perth offers a broad introduction to Rudolf Steiner’s work. Our courses include:

Foundation Studies in Anthroposophy
Steiner Teacher Training
Early Childhood Teacher Training
Waldorf Education for Parents

rudolfsteinercollege.com.au

The Sienna Academy

Therapeutic Art Training Dates:

10th April – 18th May 2012; 3rd Sept. – 12th Oct, 2012

The Sienna Academy offers a Therapeutic Art Training based on the spiritual science of Rudolf Steiner and the light, colour and darkness research of Liane Collot d’Herbois; taught in 6-week blocks twice a year over 4 years. The school is located in the quiet green, nurturing hinterland of the Sunshine Coast, Australia.

Practical subjects include:

Exploration of 12 Fundamental Light and darkness charcoal exercises.
12 corresponding colour worlds - moist on moist and veil painting.
Observation exercises to train the senses -coloured pencils and pastels.
Eurythmy; speech; sculpture; music; projective geometry.
Light and darkness in relationship to health and illness
The healthy and not so healthy working of each colour
Medical studies
Life phases and biography
Training the senses
Understanding the process of illness
Observation and analysis of client’s pictures
Communication with parents, doctors and therapists
Experience in therapy, nursing work, care work, eurythmy or teaching.
A degree of familiarity with the anthroposophic background.
Maturity – minimum age limit of 22 years.

Theoretical Subjects include:

Entrance requirements:

Special consideration

For those who have completed an anthroposophic training but who are not wishing to do the whole therapeutic art training, it is possible to attend single weeks. Entering the unique world of a schooling dedicated to understanding light, darkness and colour gives a more informed and healthy relationship to painting and charcoal work; enhances personal skills and trains the ability to guide other people appropriately. Teachers may ask for exercises to help them become more confident in areas where they feel their skills are week, rather than participating in the ongoing work of the therapeutic art students.